: Chukovsky argues that young children have an instinctive sense of language, creating "neologisms" (new words) that are elegant and natural rather than incorrect.
(Russian: От двух до пяти , or Ot dvukh do piati ) is a seminal work by the renowned Russian author and linguist Kornei Chukovsky , first published in 1928 under the title Little Children . It is an annotated collection and psychological study of "childlore," documenting the unique ways children between the ages of two and five develop language, creativity, and logic. Key Themes and Insights
: The book includes the author's account of the "Soviet war over the fairy tale," defending the importance of fantasy and entertainment against strict ideological instruction. Where to Read or Download
